Zabihi Collection Mini Persian Kazvin Floral Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Kazvin Mini Size Rug Details rug no. j4347 size 2' 1" x 2' 11" (64 x 89 cm)
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
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Zabihi Collection Mini Persian Kazvin Floral Antique Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Kazvin Mini Size Rug Details rug no. j4347 size 2' 1" x 2' 11" (64 x 89 cm)
Wool
Zabihi Collection Pair of Mid-Century Pride of Persia Lion Wool Pillows
Located in New York, NY
Striking pair of mid-20th-century wool pillows depicting the pride of persia with 2 fierce lions and a 2 bright symbolic suns. Each cushion features a richly detailed hand-stitched...
Wool, Cotton, Foam
A Qajar Legacy: Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Timeless Prestige
Located in Dallas, TX
79567 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 06'05 x 09'07. Woven in the Late 19th Century, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug stands as a commanding expression of Northwest Persia...
Wool
Antique Bukhara Tekke Cheval Oriental Wool Rug C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique 4' x 3' (approx) Bukhara Tekke Cheval Oriental Wool Rug C1900 Measures - 47" x 32" x 1/4"
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Mahal Wool Area Rug - Transitional Geometric Floral Design - Earth Tone Decor
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with the soulful artistry of this Vintage Mahal Persian Rug. Hand-knotted by skilled artisans in the region of Persia, this rug showcases the classic "villa...
Wool
Vintage Persian Mahal Hand-Knotted Wool Area Rug - Floral In Rust
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with the timeless artistry of this Vintage Persian Mahal Rug. Hand-knotted from high-quality, lanolin-rich wool, this piece features a classic oversized hexagonal ...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Persian Bakhtiari Garden Design Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-Century Persian Bakhtiari room size garden design rug Details rug no. j4631 size 8'10" x 11'
Wool
Zabihi Collection Worn Floral Persian Kerman Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th-century worn Pictorial Persian Kerman rug. Fill insert and zipper closure provided Measures: 19" x 21".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique Lilihan Rug Antique Persian Lilihan Geometric Overall Runner handmade
Located in New York, NY
This is an antique fine rug that was acquired from a New York estate, featuring a rare elongated runner size and a beautifully balanced traditional design dating to circa 1890. It is...
Wool
11 x 13 Authentic Antique Bakhtiari Tribal Wool Rug Floral Design Terracotta
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite Antique Bakhtiari Wool Rug is a testament to the artistry of the Bakhtiari tribes of Central Persia. Known for their durability and bold, expressive patterns, this pie...
Wool
$6,250Sale Price|50% Off
Antique Muted Tabriz Area Rug – 1900s Persian Wool Rug with Arabesque Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This antique Persian Tabriz rug, dating back to the early 1900s, features a sophisticated all-over floral design rendered in a timeless, sun-faded palette. Hand-knotted with high-qua...
Wool
Antique Persian Serapi Heriz Rug – Terracotta Large Scale Geometric Medallion
Located in Norwalk, CT
The rug features a magnificent, multi-tiered central medallion with crisp, rectilinear outlines that radiate across a rich terracotta field. The "open" feel of the design allows the ...
Wool
Ararat Rugs Safavid Kirman Vase Technique Carpet Kerman Revival Rug Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Discover an exquisite, rare Safavid Kirman 'Vase-Technique' Carpet, handwoven in Eastern Turkiye. This splendid carpet is laid out with a floral design of surprising complexity, agai...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Antique Large 100% Wool Tabriz Persian Rug Carpet 390x310cm 13ftx10ft
Located in London, GB
This very elegant large antique fine quality Tabriz Persian rug dates from the mid 19th century. This beautiful carpet was hand woven in Iran and has a 100% wool pile based on a cot...
Wool
Antique Heriz Persian Wool Rug C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Heriz Persian rug from circa 1930, showcasing the traditional geometric patterns and rich color palette typical of Heriz designs. The rug features a central medallion with...
Wool
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Sarouk Persian Room Size Wool Oriental Carpet C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Sarouk Persian Room Size Wool Oriental Carpet C1930 Measures - 142" x 107" x 1/2" An antique Sarouk Persian carpet from circa 1930. This piece features intricate floral and...
Wool
Blue Antique Persian Bidjar Rug with All-Over Herati Design 8 x 10
Located in Norwalk, CT
This magnificent antique Bidjar rug showcases the legendary durability and intricate artistry of Northwest Persian weaving. Featuring a dense, all-over Herati (mahi) pattern, the fie...
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A Noble Reverie: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Grand Prestige
Located in Dallas, TX
79582 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 10'11 x 14'02. A Noble Reverie: Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Grand Prestige. Woven in the Late 19th Century, this hand knotted wo...
Wool
$3,000Sale Price|50% Off
Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug Hand-Knotted Terracotta & Indigo Wool
Located in Norwalk, CT
This stunning Antique Persian Heriz rug showcases the iconic geometric artistry and rugged durability that collectors prize from the Northwest Persian highlands. Featuring a vibrant ...
Wool
The Imperial Axis: An Antique Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Eternal Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
61485 Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 08'10 x 11'08. A triumph of geometry and grandeur, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug from the early 20th century embodies the bold ele...
Wool
Bold Jewel Tone Vintage Persian Nahavand Geometric Floral Design Long Runner Rug
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage large hand knotted Persian Nahavand wool runner rug in red, pink, and black, with accents of green, yellow and white. Large runner with geometric pattern and abstract floral ...
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Antique Pale Blue Persian Tabriz Oversize Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th century Persian Tabriz rug in Pale Blue Details rug no. 10456 size 12' 1" x 19' 1" (368 x 582 cm)
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Nazmiyal Collection Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug 12 ft x 19 ft
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Large Antique Persian Serapi Rug with Bold Geometric Motif, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1880
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Ziegler-Style Sultanabad Palmette Allover – Camel / Rust / Light Blue
Located in Dallas, TX
"This woven wool rug offers a generous footprint at 8 ft 4 in × 11 ft 2 in, ideal for anchoring larger rooms. Built on a woven foundation with a mid-pile wool surface, it provides bo...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Crazy Animal Motif South Persian Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
a crazy late 20th-century one-of-a-kind Animal motif rug. It seems like every animal you can think of is in this rug. Every animal is spelled out as well. The weaver made a lot of sp...
Wool
Flatweave Striped Runner Rug 3 ft x 9 ft - Blue & Red
Located in Dallas, TX
Striped Runner Rug Artful Plaid Rug with Vintage Soul This striking narrow runner brings a beautifully lived-in vibrancy to the room. Hand-woven in wool as a traditional flatweave,...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Whimsical Folk Art Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
a 3rd quarter of the 20th century Persian Gabbeh Folk Art Rug rug no. j4777 size 3'3" x 5'2''
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Northwest Persian Serab Geometric Scatter Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century beautiful northwest Persian serab soft camel field color rug Measures: 4'2'' x 7'
Wool
$1,470Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Persian Sarouk Hand Knotted Red Floral Wool Area Rug Carpet 9' x 12'
Located in Dayton, OH
Large vintage Persian Sarouk area rug / carpet featuring a floral motif with red field accented with blues and tans. Dimensions: 106" x 144"
Wool
3x10 Antique Persian Heriz Runner - Handmade Wool Rug - Camel, Slate Blue 1920s
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite antique Persian Heriz runner features a rare and sophisticated colorway of warm camel, muted slate blue, and deep espresso brown. Unlike the more common vibrant reds, ...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Oversize Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century neutral color Persian Khorrasan oversize Rug rug no. r4483 size 11' 10" x 16' 2" (361 x 493 cm)
Wool
Ararat Rugs Kerman Vase Technique Carpet 17th Century Revival Rug, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Introducing the exquisite Kerman Vase-Technique Carpet from Ararat Rugs, a masterful revival of the renowned 16th-century Sickle-Leaf carpets, such as the one housed in the Gulbenkia...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
A Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79495 Antique Persian Serapi Rug, 07'10 x 11'10. This hand knotted wool antique Persian Serapi rug, woven in the late 19th century, embodies the rarest expression of northwest Persia...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Geometric Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian heriz small room-size rug. Measures: 7'6'' x 10'10'' Heriz carpets are beloved for their versatility. Their geometry complements modern furnishings a...
Wool
Handmade Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug 1.3' x 1.6', 1970s - 1N63
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Celebrate artistry and history with this unique handmade vintage Persian Tabriz rug, featuring a detailed portrait of John F. Kennedy. Crafted in the 1970s, this wool rug measures 1....
Wool
Zabihi Collection Large Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Large room size Persian Tabriz Carpet with an all over design in neutral tones Details rug no. j4870 size 10' 7" x 15' 4" (323 x 467 cm)
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Large Vintage Medallion Design Pink Wool Oriental Style Rug
Located in London, GB
This large very elegant fine quality medallion design vintage pink wool oriental style rug. This beautiful pink rug features a central medallion with abstract patterns, foliated and...
Wool
Djoharian Collection 10x14 Exclusive Khotan Room Size Area Rug Traditional
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Djoharian Collection Exclusive Khotan Room Size Area Rug Traditional Style A large sized floral rug in style of antique Khotan Carpets. This beautiful rug was hand knotted to fit 2...
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Zabihi Collection Red Antique Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century Persian Tabriz Rug in red and blue Details rug no. j4266 size 8' 4" x 11' 8" (254 x 356 cm)
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Antique Large Square Red All Over Pattern Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
This is a fine example of a large rare square sized Antique Persian Sarouk dating from the c. 1920s measuring 13.1 x 13.10 ft. It is pristine condition with a full pile.
Wool
Zabihi Collection Large Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful high decorative antique Large Persian Heriz Rug from the 1st quarter of the 20th century 11'3'' x 15'6'' The finest antique Persian...
Wool
3'x8'1" Salmon Color Vintage Persian Hamadan Hand Knotted Pure Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Salmon Color, Vintage Persian Hamadan with Fish Repetitive Intricate Geometric Design, Shaved Down, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Runner,...
Wool
The Sunburst Citadel: Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Masterpiece of Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
79407 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Heriz Rug, 08'07 x 11'00. Woven in the closing decades of the Qajar era, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Heriz rug embodies the archite...
Wool
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Wool Rug C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Persian Sarouk Oriental Wool Rug C1920 Measures - 75 1/2" x 52" x 1/2"
Abalone, Wool
Vintage Persian Luristan Folk Art Animal Rug, Hand-Knotted Neutral Wool, 2' x 3'
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Persian Luristan rug from the early 1990s features a bold animal motif rendered in a strikingly graphic, folk-art style. Hand-knotted in organic wool, the composition sh...
Wool
Ararat Rugs Kerman Vase Technique Carpet 17th Century Revival Rug, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The design source of the carpet comes from the book Museo Calouste Gulbenkian, Printed by Gulbenkian Museum Lisbon, in 2015, nr.52. This is a vase-technique carpet design in the 17th...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
The Indigo Orchard: A Vintage Persian Malayer Masterpiece of Cultivated Prestige
Located in Dallas, TX
79570 Vintage Persian Malayer Rug, 06'11 x 07'09. The Indigo Orchard: A Vintage Persian Malayer Masterpiece of Cultivated Prestige. Woven with quiet authority, this hand knotted wool...
Wool
Emerald Green Botanical Antique Persian Kashan Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Beautiful Persian Kashan rug Measures: 4'5'' x 6'9''. .
Wool
Rugs On Net Fine Oversized Rustic Red Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Carpet ( 13'2" x 21'5" - 401 x 653 ) Antique Oversized Sarouk – Farahan Persian Knotted Rug, Country of Origin: Iran / Persia, Circa Date: 1890s....
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Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
This early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug, measuring 1'7" x 1'9", presents a refined example of the artistry for which Sarouk weaving is celebrated. Woven in central Persia, Sarouk ...
Wool
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Malayer Persian Oriental Wool Rug C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Malayer Persian Oriental Wool Rug C1930 Measures - 90" x 55 1/2" x 1/4"
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Zabihi Collection Tribal Square Antique Persian Gabbeh Rug
Located in New York, NY
rare square shaped tribal Persian Gabbeh rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. The signature reads "order by reza" and dated 1940 in farsi. It must have been custom made duri...
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Zabihi Collection Red Persian Malayer Small Size Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
1930s Persian Malayer Scatter size square rug in reds Details rug no. j2999 size 3' 6" x 4' 4" (107 x 132 cm)
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Vintage Persian Kashan Wool 8x10 Light Green, Camel & Ivory Handmade Area Rug
Located in Houston, TX
Condition: Vintage Circa: 1980s Origin: Persia Design: Kahsan Actual size: 8.0x10.2 Thickness: 1/8" - 1/4" Colors: Light Green, Camel, Ivory Blue, Brown, Content: Wool
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Zabihi Collection Narrow Worn Persian Heriz Runner
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th century Worn Heriz Runner Details rug no. j4186 size 2' 3" x 8' 2" (69 x 249 cm) J & D Oriental Rug Co. 15 East 32nd St. 2nd Floor New York, NY 10016
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Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Beautiful Persian Bidjar Room Size Rug Details rug no. j4497 size 9' 1" x 11' 1" (277 x 338 cm) rug type Bidjar
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Green Modern Donegal Arts & Crafts Style Handmade Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Art & Crafts-style hand-knotted wool rug featuring a green color field. This Persian rug has a designed frame with goldenrod, peach, and burgundy accents in an all-o...
Wool
$70,000
19th Century Serapi Rug
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary, authentic late 19th century Persian Heriz Serapi rug. Measures: 11'3'' x 15' The Serapi rug can be traced back to the beginning of Persian handmade rug production in 5,500 B.C., but it was not until the mid-19th century that Persian rugs began to be exported around the world. Before these rugs became an export item, they were used only in the villages in which they were produced. Mellow colors and more minimal pattern distinguish the Serapi from other members of the Heriz family. Original Serapi rugs were created in the villages of Serapi, Sarab, Ahar, Heriz and Gorevan. Older Heriz...
Wool
Classic Persian Handwoven Rug with Central Diamond Medallion
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique wool area rug was made in iran and dates to 1870–1890 (AGE_Category: antique). The palette reads as rust and earth tones with deep navy and soft ivory accents, giving th...
Wool
$4,000Sale Price|50% Off
Antique Persian Mahal Rug in Red Hand-Knotted Wool, 20th Century
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elegant antique Persian Mahal rug, hand-knotted in wool with a muted red field and intricate floral-geometric motifs in ivory, blue, and brown. This early 20th-century piece showcase...
Wool
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran (modern-day Persia) has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
Although the machine-aided production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk. Regarded as works of art, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
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